Aussies LOVE their pick-up trucks! What used to be a love for the good old fashioned tradie ute, has now been beefed up and turbo charged into a powerful, American-inspired’ machine. These trucks keep our country moving because they are so awesome on tough Australian roads. Use them to tow your boat, caravan, Jet Ski or horse float. Whatever your reason for needing a truck, you will love these tough Ford and Dodge prestige pick-ups that are hitting our shores in 2017.

 

  1. Ford Super Duty Commercial F450

With a 6.7L V8 turbo diesel engine, heavy duty 6 speed auto transmission and upgraded engine exhaust braking, this 4X4 pick-up gives you the freedom of the road in one very tough package. It comes in a variety of great colours with lots of optional extras.

 

  1. Ford Super Duty F350

Available in a regular, super cab or crew cab formation, and a 6.2L V8 petrol or 6.7 V8 turbo diesel engine, as well as a 6 speed select shift automatic transmission, the F-Series 4X4 is one of the bestselling trucks in the US.

 

  1. Ford F150 Platinum Super Crew

This 4X4 has a 3.5L EcoBoost petrol engine, 10 speed auto transmission, 3 overdrive gears and a wide ratio span to improve fuel efficiency when towing. The electronic ESOF (shift on the fly) lets you choose 4X4 high or low, as well as 2-wheel drive with an optional auto 4X4 mode.

 

  1. Dodge Ram 3500 Heavy Duty

Available in petrol or diesel, this 6.7L Turbo Diesel or heavy duty 6.4L V8 engine can carry up to 3.3 tonnes in the tray with a single or double rear wheel option. The 3500 has a variety of different options and comes in the basic Tradesman model right up to the full luxury model.

 

  1. Dodge Ram 1500 Rebel

This striking pick-up is available in two tray lengths and has a HEMI 5.7 petrol engine and 8 gear auto transmission. It also comes with four corner air suspension that allows you to lower the tray bed for easier loading. This is a go anywhere in style type of truck!

 

  1. Dodge Ram 1500 Night

With a 5.7 litre petrol V8 engine, 8 speed auto transmission, FX4 drive and sequential shift control, the 1500 Night has an aggressive stance. Don’t forget the sport performance hood, black honeycomb grille and 20-inch black aluminium wheels and you have a workhorse with a fun, playful side.

 

  1. Dodge Ram 2500 Laramie

This 4X4 mega cab has a 6.7 L Cummins Diesel engine, 6 speed automatic transmission with leather seats, dual climate control and sat nav. With 20-inch black aluminium wheels, black headlamps, trims and grill, the 2500 Laramie looks awesome and has plenty of room, front and back.

 

  1. Ford 150 Raptor

Drink in the twin turbo, high output, 3.5L EcoBoost petrol engine with a 10 speed auto transmission, military grade aluminium alloy body and a steel frame. With the all new terrain management system, you can select from 6 pre-set modes to optimise driving, depending on the terrain, from urban streets to 4WD outback conditions.

 

  1. Ford 150 Black Ops

One of the few Ford approved speciality vehicles on the market, the F150 was developed to honour the men and women of the US Armed Forces. The 150 Black Ops special has deep tinted windows, 20-inch all terrain black wall tyres, a 6-inch suspension lift, heavy duty shocks and a black grille, bull bar and trims.

As a member of the Allied Forces, Australian’s should feel proud driving round in Ford 150 Black Ops.

 

  1. Ford 150 Tonka

Right up there in the list of Big Boy Toys is the Ford 150 Tonka Pick-Up Truck. In bright Tonka yellow, your pick-up comes with 20 -inch off-road wheels and all terrain tyres, 6-inch suspension lift, heavy duty shocks and boots, dual exhaust, painted tonneau cover, black billet grille and Tonka logos.

 

Thinking of upscaling your classic Australian ute for some American muscle? Finance your mean and tough 2017 pick-up truck with National Finance Solutions. Contact us today for a free quote, and visit our website for more information about trucks and heavy vehicles.

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